Winter 2027 'Vintage' Issue: International Call for Submissions

The Pennsylvania Journal of Arts and Sciences (PJAS) is an independent curated journal presenting contemporary work across visual art, writing, and interdisciplinary practice. Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis and considered for inclusion in the upcoming Winter 2027 'Vintage' Issue and future editorial releases.

The Pennsylvania Journal of Arts and Sciences (PJAS)  is an independent publication dedicated to presenting contemporary creative work across disciplines. The journal brings together a range of voices, with a primary focus on visual art and poetry, alongside experimental and cross-disciplinary practices.

Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year and considered for inclusion in quarterly issues. Submissions made before the call deadline will be considered for the upcoming Winter 2027 'Vintage' Issue. Selected work is published both online and in print, with featured artists and writers presented within the journal’s curated editorial framework.

In addition to publication, selected contributors may be included in editorial features, interviews, and broader PJAS releases.

To view past publications, please visit our website, https://pjasmag.org.

Relevant Links:
1. Interest Form
2. Editorial Submission Portal
3. Additional Distinctions

Applicants should provide the following materials:

• Work Samples
  High-resolution files suitable for review. Multiple submissions may be included.
• Titles of Submitted Work
  Each work should be clearly titled.
• Work Description
  A brief statement outlining medium, approach, or context.

Early submissions (before June 15, 2026) will be free of cost.

Submissions are open to artists and writers working across all disciplines, including visual art, poetry, and experimental or cross-disciplinary forms.

• Open internationally
• All career stages are welcome
• Individual and collaborative submissions accepted
• All work must be original and created by the submitting artist

Submissions are evaluated based on clarity of vision, formal or conceptual strength, and a distinct artistic perspective.